So quick! Friendly and reasonable . Simple testing with results sent right to DMV. Convenient and kind to this old lady! read more

I Just got the hog fogged and logged at Lafayette smog. Thanks dogg. Excellent job! read more

used this place for over a decade because of location, always able to use downloaded coupon for $49.00. He charged my teenage son $99. Says he can't charge less because it has already been paid by my son even though I returned to the business and showed him the coupon. He tried to blame the cashier for the problem. Cashier says he can't do anything about it. Claims I was angry because my car didn't pass -not true - it wouldn't be his fault if it didn't pass. When told about my long history of using this business his response was "well you don't have to come back". Horrible way to treat a long term client. Guess that extra $50 bucks in his pocket was more important to him than doing the right thing. FYI first bad review I have ever written in my life. read more

Before lafayette began to modernize it's downtown, lafayette had fairly cheap gas prices. (way before whole foods). this station even had diesel prices cheaper then oaktown! today, lafyettee's gas prices are easily 20 cents higher than elsewhere and the diesel prices .30 cent higher. maybe there were worried that trucks would inadvertantly bump into things at the station. more likely though that the sunday drivers were scared stiff of the big trucks fueling here and were staying away. to draw the average driver back, they had to raise the diesel prices to discourage trucks from fueling up here. still a nice and clean looking station though. the cashiers were mostly courteous and curious. read more

Vlad runs a misleading business. They offer a $19.99 oil change special in the local paper. This includes filter and up to 5 quarts of oil and a "bumper to bumper safety inspection". So I go in, drop off my Dodge Caravan minivan. When I return to pick it up, I'm told the total is $32. I show Vlad the coupon and he says the total is $32 (CASH) after coupon discount. I said I'm pretty good at numbers and $32 isn't $19.99 even after adding tax. Vlad says Van's are extra, I ask why. He says they take more fluids. I pointed out the coupon states up to 5 quarts of oil. I remind him this vehicle takes 4.8 quarts even after replacing the filter. He gets indignant and says this is the price. I said if he insists I pay this inflated price that he will not get my future business. He replied that he is the most honest business in town (my experience has proven different). It amazes me how a business will spend money to advertise a special to draw in new customers and when a new customer comes in, they alienate them. In addition, when I returned home I noticed one tire was low, so I checked the pressure all around and each tire has a different (low) reading. Then I notice one of the tires is showing wear. This tells me they didn't perform the safety inspection as advertised! I'm grateful to have had to pay a relatively low price to learn they are substandard and dishonest as opposed to bringing them a larger job and really get gouged. Avoid this business! read more

Lafayette Smog Test - This coupon runs in the local paper. After dropping the vehicle off and giving them this coupon, they insisted on $12 more! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Lafayette, California

"California Smog" Check.. Buyer beware, you may get charged double... Price on the website says $39.95, they wanted to charge me $79.95. I told Ian Baker the technician, that it was cheaper online. He stated there may be a coupon on the Internet website, but on the Internet it does not show that it is a coupon nor that you need to print it to come in. When I brought this up he ended up charging me $50 that would be $41.75 for the inspection and $8.25 for the certificate. Fishy to me that he did not know the price that was on their website (He stated he didn't know the price). Reason for 2 stars. I believe he did a fine job at it (it was a 09 TDI PZEV) So it was a simple (15mins) visual inspection as compared to a Gas Vehicle. What I didn't like: - Price that was quoted, when I told him it was online cheaper ( I think I said around $50 (I wasn't sure)) he stated he didn't know the price online (really?) and it was a coupon. (it's not a coupon, NOR does it state you must print (or show) the website to get the price. It looks like it's their normal price when online. I was able to show him it was $39.95 before I left but price was still $41.75 (plus $8.25 cert) = $50 - He seemed to just give me the price I said. So he just made up the price. - We called on the phone (for fun) later and was quoted a DIFFERENT price $68.20 "with certificate" (Are they just making these prices up?) No big deal since I was technically only OVERCHARGED by $1.80.. But had I not said something it would have been DOUBLE (for the inspection) Overcharged by $40!. Their website should state that it is a coupon, AND/OR PRINT.. BUYER BEWARE, PRINT THE WEBSITE! Technician: Ian Baker Cashier: Efrem read more

Lafayette Smog Test - Watch their prices, this is from their webpage as of April 2013, It's not a coupon, but required if you want that price. - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Lafayette, California

This gas station is dirty and pricey .. There are spider webs all over the pump station .. Try cleaning couple times during the week!! read more

Lafayette Smog Test - Spider webs lol nice cleaning job guys!! Lmao I see this is a nature friendly gas station ! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Lafayette, California

Just went in and fine print on coupon says to show before test. The older gentlemen said on this coupon is only for CA license plates (not out of state) I asked where on the coupon does it say that and he said it didn't. I can see why this place gets terrible reviews...bait and switch. Headed over to Walnut Creek Smog (8mins away) and I told him I had a yelp checkin for $39.95 he said yes that's the deal, asked if there was an extra charge for out of state he said no they are all the same Not only did this place lose out on 2 cars being smogged today but they lost out on my future smog tests (which will probably be yearly since I have older cars) once I get my CA plates Oh well.... read more

Lafayette Smog Test - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Lafayette, California

Bate and switch. They wanted to charge me $98 for my Honda smog test. I show they a previous YELP review and they lowered the price to $58, which is probably still high but I just wanted to get out of there. My advice is to research pricing on smog stations and then make an appointment. read more

Threw out half my stuff from my glove compartment and left it all over the floor of my car. Not only that they tried to steal my floor mats and claim it was an accident. I don't understand how you guys stay in business.... read more

Mario was insulting and rude. I had a $30 coupon from his website but when I presented it to him (before doing any work), he was visibly annoyed. Unfortunately, I brought the wrong DMV paperwork with me so after 30 minutes, when I returned to pickup my car, he told me to "Take your car away." It sounded rude but I gave him the benefit of doubt since it was not obvious that English was his native language. When I asked what happened, he abruptly explained my error. I went home and immediately came back with the correct DMV form--he gave me the stare-down, took a long time to check my VIN number against the paperwork, walked back to his station, gave me a lecture about the State trying to trick him into doing illegal work, and then--with an accusatorial insulting tone--asked if I was a spy for the State. I said, "No" and asked him if my paperwork was now correct and if it looked legit--he mumbled, "I guess" yet he handed me my keys when I asked if he was going to do the smog check. I understand that he needs to protect his business but there's no reason to be insulting and rude. He made a mistake, I am not a State spy--I just needed a smog check. Mario was extremely unpleasant and unprofessional. He is taking up valuable shop space that another professional & deserving person could operate a business and provide a benefit to our community. He does not deserve our business nor the space he is in. read more

Ephraim was very friendly and the price was very competitive for my older Japanese sedan. Parking was abundant and I have no complaints, took about 15 minutes and there were tons of shops nearby to while away the wait in. read more

Wow. Terrible attitude. Came here to get a smog test done and I was mocked and treated like they didn't need my business. So they didn't get it. Honestly still in shock at how rude this guy was. I would recommend that you avoid this place at all times. read more

Unreal. I came here in order to smog a Porsche 911. the attendant was rude and then told me they charged extra for exotics. Every business has the right to charge what they like, but on the phone I had been given a price and when I showed up, he said it would be $99.00 A smog test is a smog test and a Porsche is hardly "an exotic." The process is the same as for any other car. Rip off and unpleasant. read more

Quick to help me with my smog check and gave me a coupon price. Very happy with the service

Horrible. Failed to recognize simple items as factory items. Knows little about cars.

Ludicrously overpriced. Taking advantage of people who are willing to pay. Leave Lafayette before you get gas. Avoid this place like the plague. read more

I just got a smog check done there! Great service. I will definitely go back for my next smog check read more

Clean & Curtious - Prices a bit higher than other nearby stations, but that's what u pay for convenience read more

New favorite smog spot! In and out in less than 15 minutes. The guy even took an old coupon. That was pretty nice. Glad I came here.

Clean, easy-access and close to work. No complaints here, except like all Lafayette gas stations it's pricey!

Along the same lines as that other reviewer, I was referred here by my usual smog place which was re-certifying for STAR tests. The technician lied straight to my face about honoring the coupon. Ended up paying about 100 granted it was for a truck and a STAR test. My car failed and need a simple repair which I was able to get the same day at another much better smog and repair shop in Walnut Creek. I tried to make it back to this place to get my free retest and the technician said they were all booked up for the day. You know that moment when you can just tell someone is feeding you B.S.? Yeah, it was like that. But I didn't fuss and made an appointment on another day having to take time off work. Looks like they got away with charging double for a smog this time. Somehow I paid double for a smog and that was supposedly WITH a coupon... Shame on me this time. I am never returning here again and I recommend that anyone else who needs a smog test to steer clear. Come here if you have an extra $50 to burn. read more

A friend and I pulled in here, as her car alerted her that the tires were low. We pulled in (this is somewhere where we often get gas), and she politely asked the man working there some questions about how to fill up the tires properly. He was not only unhelpful, but downright disrespectful and condescending. We'll definitely be getting all gas and other services elsewhere in Lafayette from now on. read more

2 cars done for $76. One was an older car. Very nice, professional, and quick turnaround. Definitely recommend.

Just wanted to mention that there is a Blue Rhino propane exchange here.

Rip off central. . . . . don't go. This guy wants $98 for a simple 15 minute smog check. I hope the State of California goes after this guy. When he told me the price I said wow no one is that expensive and he said they go some place where it is cheaper. So guess what Lafayette Tax Payers. This guy does the city cars . . . but what the heck they get their 'Champagne Gas' at the 76 directly across the street the most expensive gas in the County. Hey it is tax payers money read more

The repair shop will try to save you money if they can and will work with you and be flexible to try and help get your car to the shop. If they can't figure a way to save you $, the prices are about standard and typical, so if it's close to you, then save gas and take it by to see what they say. Parking is okay, a little tight but they try to find a space for your car day or night. read more

I was reffered here by a very good friend of mine. While waiting I decided to check out there yelp page. Upon reading the reviews I was very concerned and brought it to ian's attention about the price issue. He was very apologetic and sincere. I feel that the price is very reasonable. The technicians are friendly and the service was wonderful. I really like that its connected to a snack shop so I was able to have a cold mt.dew and some candy while I waited. Before I knew it they were done. I will recommend them to all my friends and family. read more

I went here because my usual place in Walnut Creek was awaiting their STAR recertification. They told me that this place would honor their coupon pricing - WRONG! The young guy wrote me up, charged me $14 more for a truck rate, and $14 more for STAR price. I questioned it, but didn't push it - my bad. I called and spoke with the manager - Effrim, who wouldn't do good business and refund me the $28, but only said he could honor the price for a future job - NOT on your life!! Why he couldn't do a credit is beyond me, except that he is not to be trusted. As a business owner, you don't accept another company's coupons unless you know exactly what you're getting yourself into. His young worker wasn't exactly on top of it, but then I should have been a more astute consumer, as I usually am. Unfortunately, the stickey, unexpected turn of events for what I thought was going to be a simple morninng for getting my car smogged turned out to be a loss of $28. Not very good business practice here. DO NOT GO HERE, unless this is the ONLY place you can find as a last resort. read more

Quick service, moderately friendly. Only issue is price and needing to bring printed coupons. Smog checking is such a racket, but would be nice if they honored coupons off website. read more

Ive been looking for a professional mechanic for a long time, this is the only one i have found (and Ive looked all throughout the lamorinda area) to show me whats wrong with my car, not just tell me whats wrong. plus trying to save you money. its about the car and not about his service, though his service is amazing. I can not trust my car to anyone else after my visit, i have an older BMW so the service required is extensive. But Vlad Goldman can do it all very fast. he also works on any other car. read more

I walked in the wrong door and the owner immediately verbally criticized me leading me to an argument and me leaving asap. I live locally and am not a regular customer. I'll never go there again. read more

Got stranded in Lafayette while there for business. The shop owner came and rescued me from down the street. Performed some diagnosis while I waited and got me on my way (quickly). If they treat out-of-towners like this I could only imagine how he treats the locals. Would highly recommend this shop for mechanic service. read more

Been taking my cars here for years, the employees always do a good job and get me in and out on my appointment time! Not sure how these others had negative experiences with the pricing, always seemed fair and straightforward to me! Maybe there was something they didn't get..? Why not five stars: no waiting room, but there is the shopping center right behind them. read more